Tag: Fulham
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Fulham condemns racist abuse towards Calvin Bassey, begins investigation
Fulham FC have released an official statement condemning the vile treatment towards Calvin Bassey following his starring role in the club’s FA Cup tie against Manchester United, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigeria international gave the Cottagers the lead, but the Old Trafford club restored parity through Bruno Fernandes as the game was settled via the penalty…
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Iwobi hails Silva’s passion as Fulham eye European push
Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi has credited manager Marco Silva’s relentless work ethic and passion for inspiring the team’s impressive start to the season, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Whites have been in fine form, occupying eighth position in the Premier League table and pushing for a European spot. Iwobi, who has been instrumental in Fulham’s recent success,…
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Bassey urges Fulham to stay grounded Amid European talks
Fulham defender Calvin Bassey has cautioned against getting carried away with the team’s recent impressive form in the Premier League, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Whites secured a 2-1 victory over Nottingham Forest at Craven Cottage on Saturday, with Bassey scoring the winning goal. The result lifted Fulham to eighth in the table, five points adrift of…
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“It’s a proud moment” – Calvin Bassey reels in excitement after first goal of the season
Fulham FC defender Calvin Bassey is currently the man on the headlines of Fulham press following his lone goal to secure all maximum points for the cottagers in the nervy clash against high flying Nottingham Forest, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Super Eagles header just after the break was enough for Marco Silva’s men to move up…
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EPL: Forest’s high hopes dashed by Bassey
Nottingham Forest’s momentum was halted on Saturday as they suffered a 2-1 defeat with Nigerian defender, Calvin Bassey getting the winner for Fulham at Craven Cottage, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Forest had been riding high after their stunning 7-0 victory over Brighton & Hove Albion last weekend, but the host came into the game prepared. Fulham took…
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Iwobi admits to not knowing new National anthem
Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has revealed that he is yet to learn the reintroduced Nigerian national anthem, “Nigeria, We Hail Thee,” Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. In a recent podcast appearance, Iwobi confessed that during international matches, he closes his eyes and places his hand on his chest when the new anthem is recited. When asked if…
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Revealed: Fulham’ late push for Nigerian forward falls through
Fulham reportedly tried to bring in Nigerian winger Samuel Chukwueze from AC Milan before the close of the January transfer window but the Cottagers failed to pull the deal through, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Chukwueze’s future at AC Milan appears uncertain as the Italian giants are reportedly considering offloading him before the transfer window closes. The Nigerian…
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EPL: Silva praises “Happy Boy” Iwobi ahead of Brighton clash
Fulham coach, Marco Silva has heaped praise on Alex Iwobi ahead of the Whites’ Premier League meeting with Brighton & Hove Albion on Thursday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Iwobi has been in impressive form for Fulham this season, scoring three goals and providing three assists in 13 league appearances. The Nigerian international’s standout performance in the 1-1…
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Iwobi urges Fulham to bounce back after Wolves defeat
Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi has called on his teammates to quickly move on from their disappointing 4-1 loss to Wolverhampton Wanderers, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Iwobi had given Fulham the lead with a superb curling shot in the 20th minute, but Wolves rallied to win the game through goals from Matheus Cunha, Joao Gomes, and Goncalo Guedes.…
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Silva points Iwobi as best after Fulham rise to eighth
Fulham manager Marco Silva has praised Alex Iwobi as “one of the best players” this season after the Whites’ 2-0 win at Crystal Palace, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Iwobi provided the assist for Harry Wilson’s second goal, moving Fulham up to eighth in the Premier League. The Nigeria international has scored two goals and registered two assists…
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Iwobi scores on Everton return but Fulham held to 1-1 draw
Alex Iwobi marked his return to Goodison Park with a goal as Fulham were held to a 1-1 draw by Everton in a thrilling Premier League encounter on Saturday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigerian midfielder, who left Everton for Fulham last summer, slotted home from inside the box in the 61st minute after Emile Smith Rowe’s…
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Iwobi looks away from his goal, rues missed chances in Fulham’s draw at Everton
Nigerian midfielder, Alex Iwobi has voiced his frustration after Fulham’s 1-1 draw at Everton, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Iwobi scored against his former club in the 61st minute, but the Cottagers conceded a late equaliser deep into stoppage time. “It’s always nice to get a goal, but the main thing, whether I score or not, is to…
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“Not one I wanted to lose” Dyche regrets Iwobi’s departure.
Everton manager Sean Dyche has expressed his disappointment over the departure of Alex Iwobi, admitting the Nigerian midfielder was not someone he wanted to lose, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Iwobi, 28, joined Fulham last summer after spending four years at Goodison Park, where he evolved into a fan favourite and was named Players’ Player of the Season…
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Zirkzee’s debut goal ensures Iwobi’s season opener ends in defeat
Manchester United’s new-boy Joshua Zirkzee was the Old Trafford hero as he scored an 87th-minute winner against Fulham, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The 2024/25 English Premier league season kicked off on Friday in Manchester with Nigeria internationals, Alex Iwob and Calvin Bassey on parade for Fulham. While Fulham struggled to control their host, goalkeeper Bernd Leno frustrated…
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“Grateful” Iwobi after claiming the ‘Midfielder of the Year Award’
Super Eagles midfield, Alex Iwobi has expressed his appreciation for the award bestowed as the Midfielder of the year, 2023, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigeria Pitch Award, a football ceremony put together to celebrate the contribution and performance of football players and stakeholders yesterday in the gala night announced Fulham forward, Iwobi as Midfielder of the…
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Manchester United to compete with Newcastle for Fulham’s Tosin Adarabioyo
Manchester United are competing with Newcastle United to sign Fulham central defender Tosin Adarabioyo, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The 26-year-old will become a free agent on 30 June after deciding not to extend his contract at Craven Cottage. Newcastle manager, Eddie Howe has approved both Adarabioyo and Lloyd Kelly as new signings for Newcastle, he wants both. Talks…
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Marco Silva: It’s difficult to renew with Tosin
Fulham manager, Marco Silva, has revealed that retaining Tosin Adarabioyo for next season will be difficult. Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Adarabioyo, an eligible Super Eagles player, will become a free agent in the coming weeks after failing to reach a contract renewal agreement with Fulham. Several clubs, including Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea, AS Monaco, AC Milan…
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Chelsea monitoring Fulham defender, Tosin Adarabioyo
Tosin Adarabioyo, the talented defender from Fulham, is attracting attention from various Premier League clubs, including Chelsea, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigerian-born player played a pivotal role in Fulham’s triumph in the Championship title race back in 2022. Now, at 26 years old, he has solidified his position as one of the key assets for Marco…
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Fulham in tallks for possible return of Chuba Akpom
Premier League outfit Fulham FC is in discussions with Ajax Amsterdam regarding the potential return of former Arsenal striker Chuba Akpom, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Akpom, who made the move to the Dutch Eredivisie last summer after an impressive season with Middlesbrough in the English Championship, is reportedly discontent with his playing time at Ajax and is…
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Manchester United and Tottenham target Tosin Adarabioyo
Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur have set their sights on acquiring Tosin Adarabioyo through a pre-contract agreement as the Fulham defender’s current deal nears expiration, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Super Eagles eligible is yet to commit to a new contract with Fulham, making him a sought-after target for several clubs. Having joined Fulham from Manchester City…